Vibram
Vibram rubber compounds and technologies are the gold standard in the outdoor industry for reliable, high-performance grip and traction. They offer precise, unparalleled responsiveness and support that's specifically engineered for your activities. "With the right foundation, you can build anything." -some guy.

GORE-TEX
If you haven't heard of GORE-TEX by now, you've probably been living under a rock. And that would make sense, because living under a rock is probably the only place where you wouldn't need the durable waterproof and windproof protection that GORE-TEX fabrics offer. So when you're ready to venture out from under your rock, arm yourself with the comfortable protection of GORE-TEX.

Men's Footwear Size Conversion Chart

EURO SIZE

34

34.5

35

35.5

36

36.5

37

37.5

38

38.5

US Size

2.5

3

3.5

4

4.5

4.5+

5

5.5

6

6.5

EURO SIZE (cont.)

39

39.5

40

40.5

41

41.5

42

42.5

43

43.5

US Size

6.5+

7

7.5

8

8.5

8.5+

9

9.5

10

10.5

EURO SIZE (cont.)

44

44.5

45

45.5

46

46.5

47

47.5

48

-

US Size

10.5+

11

11.5

12

12.5

12.5+

13

13.5

14

-

LA SPORTIVA FIT GUIDE and INFO

La Sportiva footwear is built and offered on European half sizes, which are smaller increments than US half sizes. This gives them four extra sizes per size run, and ultimately gives you a better fit.

Please review La Sportiva's size conversion chart above to help determine your ideal size. Below you will find additional information about how to fit and break in the different styles of La Sportiva footwear, which will also help guide you to the correct size.

ROCK CLIMBING SHOES:
• As a general rule soft shoes like climbing shoes require a tighter fit, or about two to three sizes smaller than your street shoe size.
• La Sportiva recommends you fit your trad climbing shoes one to two sizes under your street shoe size.
• La Sportiva offers a lot of lasts, and each offers a different fit and feel. Remember to factor in potential stretching.
• Unlined slip-lasted shoes tend to stretch a bit more than lined shoes, or about one full size.
• Lined shoes stretch about a half size.

ROCK CLIMBING SHOE FIT SYSTEMS:• PERFORMANCE FIT - offers a high performance fit and a downturned last.• TECH FIT - a more technical fit and a last with neutral profile.• COMFORT FIT - a comfortable fit and a last with more volume and a neutral profile.

HIKING, BACKPACKING and MOUNTAINEERING BOOTS:
• Find your US Size in the guide above, then find the Euro Size conversion and add one half size.
• The ideal size holds your toes ever so slightly away from the front of the boot while the lacing system is snug across the top of your arch.
• If you can try to boots on beforehand, make sure you wear the same size and weight socks you would typically wear with the boots, and any orthotics or custom footbeds you use.
• It is ideal to fit boots later in the day since feet are prone to swell slightly as a day progresses.
• Wear your boots indoors only until you are confident about the fit.
• Your foot should feel snug (not tight) from the arch back into the heel pocket with just a minimum lift as you walk. If your heel lifts make sure the lacing is snug and not too loose.
• Your toes should NOT touch the front of the boot, but when you kick the toe into the floor, you should know where the front of the boot is. You want just enough room to wiggle your toes.
• If your toes or sides of your feet feel squished, most likely the width is too narrow and the boot will not work for you.
• If your toes touch the front of the boot, most likely it is too short and you need the next half size up.
• Make sure to keep all original packaging that came with your boots until you are sure that you are happy with your purchase.

Rated 4 out of
5 by
Dane from
Just one pair of boots?I've seen this boot on 10 mile approaches. Seen the same boot on different feet on a 5.9 alpine rock route and really hard modern mixed stuff. Same boot different feet again again at -23C on Weeping Wall. The boot will do anything you require. Not the warmest boot at -20C or the best on steep ice and not the best boot for a 10 mile walk but they will work just fine. Last is a little wider in the toe than the Nepal Evo. And a good bit lighter in weight as well. Takes any modern clip on crampon and the lace system is dead simple. One of the few really generalized mtn boots from Sportiva.

Date published: 2008-02-12

Rated 5 out of
5 by
Robert from
Hand-made Italian leather shoes are just for metros. Go one-and-half sizes up from your city shoeIf youâre serious, you need to consider these. Sweet style handmade in Italy. Donât get cheap boots; save and work for the best-fit you can afford. ,,,,La Sportiva is serious about the perfect fit. If your first try ain't great, consider these can be crafted in five widths â America tends to be stocked with a medium width, Japanese a wider foot, Europe something narrower. If they are too tight, tell your La Sportiva dealer how wide your foot is between the outsides of your little and big toe knuckles. Theyâll work with Moosejaw to supply the best gear. ,,,,Strap-on and automatic crampons fit firm. The boots firmness is suited for mixed alpine climbing in the Teton and Chamonix summers.,,

Date published: 2009-11-21

Rated 5 out of
5 by
Rhys from
Perhaps the perfect all around ice/alpine/mixed boot. Light, warm, comfortable.I'm an admitted La Sportiva junkie and these boots only confirmed my addiction. As always, they are amazingly comfortable out of the box. On the trail, they hike efficiently and comfortably. Plenty warm for this time of year (April/May) in the Rockies. I've only owned them for a few weeks, but so far they have astounded me on easy rock, spring ice, and alpine mixed. The only noticeable flaw in these boots is the increasing age of the user. If you're trying to decide on a single pair of boots to do everything, this is as close as I've found.

Date published: 2009-05-14

Rated 5 out of
5 by
Brian from
Great light weight and stiff bootI wore these boots silver boots for an AI3 Alpine Ice Climb followed by a low fifth class rock climb to gain the summit of North Peak. They worked great, even felt okay on the long walk back to the trailhead. It’s nice when you only have to bring one pair of foot wear on a trip. I also have the same size boot in the La Sportiva Trango EVO red boots. I can use the same crampons on booth pairs of boots with out making any adjustments. So now I have a plan, silver boots when it’s about the ice and red boots when its not.

Date published: 2007-11-07

Rated 5 out of
5 by
Aj from
A warm and comfortable bootMy first pair of ice climbing/mountaineering boots ever. A great boot by a proven company. They have a stiff sole for hitting vertical ice, but it's shaped perfectly for making walking on flat ground not totally uncomfotable. I took them out this year when it was in the single digits and my feet were still warm. Totally satisfied with this purchase and would recommend these boots to everyone.

Date published: 2010-03-11

Rated 5 out of
5 by
David from
Excellent alpine ice bootThis Trango boot is light weight and delivers high performance on technical alpine ice. They are stiff enough for all but vertical water ice. While not designed for the trail, with careful attention to lacing and how I walk, I find I can wear them on the approach without tearing up my feet. They have kept my feet warm, though so far I've only worn them in the teens.

Date published: 2010-04-29

Rated 4 out of
5 by
John from
Great for technical! not so great for warmthGreat first shoe for my first trip ice climbing. Light weight and work really well with my M10's. I would recommend for staying light and efficient. My feet did get a little cold a few times. But, I have always had a problem with keeping them warm... Still, good shoe which helped make a great trip!

Date published: 2011-03-16

Rated 3 out of
5 by
Brent from
Would look for something else...Asolo?I purchased these because they were light and fit my narrow foot. Have used them several times and they tear up my feet - especially on the top where the laces tie. Never had that problem with my old Asolo's.